Gone with the Wind Cake

Gone with the Wind Cake
  • PREP TIME
    0 mins
  • COOK TIME
    50 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 50 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    121

Transport yourself to the enchanting world of the Old South with this delicate and airy sponge cake. Its tender crumb and subtle sweetness make it the perfect canvas for a variety of delectable fillings and toppings. Imagine layers of lemon curd or billows of whipped cream, each bite a sweet Southern reverie.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    42 g
  • Cholesterol
    51 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    3 g
  • Saturated Fat
    0 g
  • Sodium
    106 mg
  • Sugar
    25 g
  • Fat
    1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View In a large bowl, vigorously beat the cold water and egg yolks together until the mixture has increased in volume and appears pale yellow, about 10 minutes. Gradually add the sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat for another 7 minutes until light and fluffy.

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03 Step

Recipe View In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg yolk mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

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04 Step

Recipe View In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat the egg whites until medium-stiff peaks form. Gently fold one third of the egg white mixture into the batter to lighten it. Then, gently fold in the remaining egg whites until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to maintain the airy texture.

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05 Step

Recipe View Pour the batter into an ungreased tube pan. Bake in the preheated oven until the cake springs back lightly when touched with a fingertip, approximately 50 minutes. Invert the pan and let cool completely for 1 hour before loosening the sides and removing the cake.

For an extra burst of flavor, try adding a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter.
Be sure to sift the cake flour for the lightest, most delicate texture.
An ungreased tube pan is crucial for allowing the cake to rise properly.
Cooling the cake upside down prevents it from collapsing.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 40 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Keven Terry

    This cake is so light and fluffy! It's become a family favorite.

  • Assunta Corkery

    I filled it with lemon curd and it was absolutely divine!

  • Noemy Torp

    Make sure you don't overmix the batter, or it will be dense!

  • Audie Prohaska

    The instructions were easy to follow and the cake turned out perfectly.

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